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Chronic absentee rates double in most school districts post-pandemic
ATHENS, Ohio (WOUB) — Chronic absenteeism in most Ohio school districts has doubled since before the pandemic, with school officials struggling to find ways to get students back into schools. Marietta City Schools Superintendent Brad Silvus said COVID hurt schools more than many people realize. “Once the pandemic happened,...
Appalachian critics of Ohio US Sen. JD Vance's 'Hillbilly Elegy' responded with their own book
As a 10th-generation Appalachian, Ivy Brashear sees JD Vance's 2016 memoir "Hillbilly Elegy" as a "really one-sided and simple view of the region." In an effort to help broaden people;s view of Appalachia, she decided to share her own narrative as part of a collection of writings in the 2019 book, "Appalachian Reckoning: A Region Responds to Hillbilly Elegy."
Trump backs Vance, says facing Harris wouldn’t have changed his VP pick
Former President Trump is sticking by his choice to elevate Sen. JD Vance (R-Ohio) to be his running mate in November, amid a shake-up atop the Democratic ticket. Trump told “Fox & Friends” Thursday he would not have changed his vice presidential pick, even if he had known ahead of time that President Biden would…
Ohio’s highest court says parent’s rights were not violated in local 2021 custody case
ZANESVILLE − The Supreme Court of Ohio has set a new precedent in custody law due to a Muskingum County case in which a mother said she was denied due process in fighting for custody of her children. She lost that argument when the highest court of the state rendered its decision on Tuesday. “We’re very pleased with the decision of the Supreme Court,” said Muskingum County Prosecutor Ron Welch, whose office was accused of denying a...
Ohio officer charged in deadly shooting at corrections training range
Watch a previous NBC4 report on the fatal shooting in the video player above. ORIENT, Ohio (WCMH) — An Ohio special operations officer has been charged after a 43-year-old lieutenant was shot and killed during a “tragic accident” at the Corrections Training Academy in Pickaway County. A Pickaway County grand jury charged 45-year-old David Pearson […]
Owner of Columbus burger spot rolling out new food concept featuring ‘world famous weiners’
Note: After a refrigerator malfunction, the Ryland’s Hot Dogs’ Pop-up on 7/25 will be an Ash & Em pop-up, although the hot dog concept does plan to launch at a later date. The Brewery District concept Ash & Em may be known for its burgers, but starting today, its owner plans to roll out a new concept serving up “world famous weiners.”
Dillon Gabriel Had Conversations with Ohio State in the Transfer Portal, But Decided Oregon Had “Everything That I Was Looking For”
Ohio State had conversations with Dillon Gabriel about becoming its quarterback for the 2024 season before Will Howard transferred to OSU. Gabriel was one of several quarterbacks Ohio State contacted after it decided to pursue a transfer quarterback this past winter, but the Oklahoma transfer chose to take his talents to Oregon instead.
Columbus steak house acquired by owner of Hilliard's Starliner Diner
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A Columbus steak house that's been in business for nearly 60 years is now under new ownership. York Steak House, located on West Broad Street, was acquired by the owner of Starliner Diner, a Hilliard hotspot that's known for its colorful interior and award-winning breakfast. In...
Belmont County Dog Park officially opens with an emotional surprise
BELMONT COUNTY, Ohio (WTRF) — The Belmont County Dog Park had its grand opening today. Not only was there a traditional ribbon cutting, but some surprising emotional moments as well, and plenty of four-legged individuals celebrating their new park. Click of scissors. Woo-Hoo!!! Applause. With that, the Belmont County Dog Park was opened. But wait. […]
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